Several fires in Baker County are keeping fire crews busy this afternoon.
Baker City, Ore. -An incident management team from the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office is coordinating with local fire departments, Oregon Department of Forestry, the U.S. Forest Service and a federal incident management team to manage resources and operations in the area.
Local fire resources from Baker County are being assisted by 644 firefighters from around the state to contain the wildfire and protect structures and property.
Structure Loss
Several structures have been destroyed by the fires, but field crews are still working to determine exact numbers and locations. In some cases, assessments are hampered by dangerous trees that need to be felled before crews or residents can safely access the area.
Some homes were saved due to work done in advance by homeowners and firefighters to create a defensible space and keep areas wet and clear.
Many evacuation orders and road closures in that area remain in place.
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